Science Teacher- Middle (2026-2027 School Year)

About the role

To facilitate student success and growth in academic and interpersonal skills through implementing district approved curriculum; documenting teaching and student progress/activities/outcomes; addressing specific educational needs of individual students and by creating a flexible, safe and optimal learning environment; and providing feedback to students, parents and administration regarding student progress, expectations, goals, etc.

Essential Performance Responsibilities

• Develops and administers middle school curriculum consistent with school district goals and objectives
• Promotes a classroom environment that is safe and conducive to individualized and small group instruction, and student learning
• Develops lesson plans and instructional materials and translates lesson plans into learning experiences so as to best utilize the available time for instruction
• Conducts ongoing assessment of student learning, and modifies instructional methods to fit individual student's needs, including students with special needs; conducts individual small group instruction as needed
• Instructs students in the principles of responsible citizenship and other subject matters specified in applicable laws, as well as administrative regulations and procedures of the Wichita Public Schools
• Continues to acquire professional knowledge and learn of current developments in the educational field by attending seminars, workshops or professional meetings, or by conducting research
• Organizes and maintains a system for accurate and complete record-keeping, grading, and reporting for all student activities, achievement and attendance as required by district procedures and applicable laws
• Encourages parental involvement in students' education and ensures effective communication with students and parents
• Safeguards the learning environment by establishing and maintaining standards of pupil behavior needed to achieve a functional learning atmosphere in the classroom
• Selects and requisitions appropriate books, instructional aids and other supplies and equipment and maintains inventory records
• Supervises students in activities that take place out of the classroom during the school day, including activities involving school transportation
• Administers standardized tests in accordance with district testing programs

Additional Duties

Affords assistance with additional duties as assigned by supervisor.

Equipment

This position may require the ability to use SMART boards and iPads in addition to basic office equipment such as computers, copiers, scanners, and fax machine. Must always comply with USD 259's guidelines for equipment use.

Travel

May be required to travel between schools and central offices.

Physical And Mental Demands

Works in standard office and school building environments. Ability to work outdoors during outdoor student activities. Additional demands upon request of Principal, Superintendent. Must be able to respond rapidly in emergency situations.

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Knowledge of current teaching methods and educational pedagogy, as well as differentiated instruction based upon student learning styles
• Knowledge of middle school curriculum and concepts, including all subject matters taught
• Knowledge of data information systems, data analysis and the formulation of action plans
• Knowledge of applicable federal and state laws regarding education and students
• Ability to use computer network system and software applications as needed
• Ability to organize and coordinate work
• Ability to communicate effectively with students and parents
• Ability to engage in self-evaluation with regard to performance and professional growth
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others contacted in the course of work

Interrelations

• Contact with personnel within the district and with customers and vendors
• Working under the direct supervision of the department supervisor in order to complete day to day tasks
• Working with a diverse population requiring the ability to handle all situations with tact and diplomacy
• Must understand and respond appropriately to customer needs and maintain a positive attitude with all customers and colleagues
• Expected to interact with all internal and external customers in a friendly, professional manner and provide quick, responsive customer service

Qualifications

• Kansas State License in Science
• KS Certification - Secondary
• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university in education discipline applicable to teaching assignment
• Master's Degree preferred
• Successful prior teaching experience for the appropriate grade level preferred